CHICKEN AND LIME SOUP
This chicken and lime soup is light, fresh and flavorful with grated chicken, vegetables, fresh cilantro and a tangy lime infused broth.
INGREDIENTS
- salt pepper
- 1 stalk of celery, diced
- 1 cooked chicken breast, grated
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 carrot, peeled and diced
- zest of 1 lime
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
- 4 cups of chicken broth
- handful of chopped cilantro
- 1 tablespoon of rice vinegar
- juice of 1 lime
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 tablespoon of fresh ginger, minced
INSTRUCTIONS
First, in a large saucepan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
Then, once hot, add the onion, carrot, celery, and jalapeño and sauté for about 5 to 8 minutes until they soften and begin to brown.
Add the garlic, ginger, cumin, salt and pepper and sauté for another 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the lime zest and chicken broth, let the mixture boil then reduce to a boil for 15 minutes.
Add the grated chicken, cilantro, vinegar and lime juice and toss to combine.
Remove from heat, serve hot and garnish with additional cilantro.
Happy Cooking Time.
